Education
Why connect to school communities?
School communities are the hub of the neighborhood! All the strengths, challenges, and needs of children and families are represented at the local school. By connecting around schools, we can build a village of support that can change outcomes for Newport Beach children – helping every child have access to the resources, opportunities, and support they need to reach their potential!
Ways to
get involved
Have questions about getting involved? Contact Terrilee today.
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CAFÉ (Community and Family Engagement)
What Is A CAFÉ? A CAFE is a round table conversation between a school principal and the local leaders of their community in which the partners work together to address the needs of neighborhood children and families. Together, they plan projects that will leverage the assets of the community and bring support where it will make the greatest impact. This village of support has the potential to transform a child’s life, a school’s life, and even the entire community.
We've joined forces with School Connect, extending their successful model to Costa Mesa schools through our Education Initiative. Learn more about School Connect and their impact at schoolconnectaz.org
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Initiative Leader
Terrilee has lived in Costa Mesa for 34 years, raised her 3 children here and is now helping her 7 grandchildren also recognize what is great about our city. Having worked in the Newport Mesa Unified School district for 13 years and then as an Executive Assistant for 12, she is passionate about using her gifts, skills, and experience to help engage more of our community to help our schools be all they can be in order to impact future generations.
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Love Newport Beach Education Allies
- School Connect
- Newport Mesa School District
- The W Church
- St. Andrews Presbyterian